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Estate planning connects family and future.

Yim & Yempuku Law specializes in holistic estate planning in Hawaii; helping you gain peace of mind, protect legacies and nurture relationships.

Communication is at the core of our services; building bridges and fostering understanding amongst the individuals, families and hanai families we work with. 

Secure a harmonious future through the management and fulfillment of life’s wishes; with conviction, integrity and most of all, compassion.

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Personal and personalized 

We craft a customized plan, reflecting and honoring your individual circumstance, to protect your legacy and safeguard your loved ones.

Reflection with intention

Empowering you to reflect on your personal experiences, values, desires, and preferences.

Holding space for harmony

Start meaningful conversations, about your preferences and decisions, between you and your loved ones.

Our 6-step process is a unique approach to your Estate Plan, designed to clearly represent your  intentions — legal and beyond — to be enacted at a time when you may not be able to speak for yourself. 

The Heartfelt Method

1. Learning

We gain a clear understanding of your needs, values and hopes for your legacy, define relationships, and communicate your desires to your loved ones. Our comprehensive questionnaire helps consider and identify priorities.

2. Initial Meeting

In our first meeting, we’ll explore the priorities we will uncover together - understand what you hope to accomplish, and provide you with everything you need to know about our tailored process.

3. Drafts

Based on your needs, we’ll outline the legal roadmap for your estate and define how your assets are distributed and preserved. Once we ensure all your intentions have been addressed and you are happy with the outcome, we memorialize your decisions.

4. Funding

With your plan in place, we turn to ensuring your trust is properly funded. Together, we review each asset — from cash and investments to insurance and business interests — and confirm everything is titled and aligned with your intentions. This step ensures your plan works seamlessly in practice, so your wishes are carried out exactly as designed.

5. Family Meeting

We consider all of your loved ones our clients, too. Sharing your preferences can be sensitive, and we are there to help you explain the tough topics, to help bring internal and external harmony.

6. Review

As life evolves, so should your plan. We periodically revisit your estate plan to ensure it continues to reflect your wishes, adapt to changes in family, assets, and law, and remain aligned with your long-term goals. This ongoing attention keeps your legacy secure and your intentions up to date.

What our clients are saying

  • “Monica truly excelled as our Estate Attorney. Her commitment to excellence was evident as she consistently went above and beyond, ensuring that every intricate detail of our estate planning process was handled with precision. In navigating the complexities of our numerous businesses and properties, as well as addressing our medical wishes, power of attorney matters, and remaining assets, Monica skillfully orchestrated the entire process seamlessly. As we age and make adjustments, Monica remains a pillar of support. ”

    Sheryl Matsuoka

  • "Stephen Yim is the best estate planning attorney lawyer in Honolulu, Hawaii on Oahu. He helped us create a will, trust, power of attorney, advanced healthcare directive and so much more. We wanted to protect our assets to avoid probate and minimize taxes and he listened to our intentions and helped us achieve just that. We have many stocks, 401k, IRA, property, and a LLC and he helped us to make sure all those were connected with our trust properly so they are protected! Stephen also helped us with our special needs child and helped us create a Supplemental Needs Trust. He’s thoughtful, caring, and a great teacher! So grateful for all the time he spent with us! Highly recommend."

    Dan L.

  • “As a Millennial beneficiary to two of my family’s estate plans, the office has done a tremendous job at making me feel protected. The high level of transparency, the warmth of the people and the unfussy office has truly helped me feel comfortable with the whole process, the conversations that go along with making plans for the future and what to expect once I inherit the estates. Monica has been a trusted resource over the past few years, and I know will be for many years to come!”

    Sydel Fumiko

  • "Stephen Yim's unique approach to estate planning centers on family dynamics and relationships. He asks questions no one else has asked me, helping me make decisions that will affect my family long after I'm gone. I'm grateful for his sensitivity and wisdom."

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  • "Stephen Yim and his team will help you establish the Peace of Mind that comes from knowing your Estate will be handled just as you intended when the time comes. It did for me and those who followed my advice to call ASAP. It’s so important to protect your heirs and young children along with addressing taxes. I encourage you to work Yim & Yempuku on planing your Estate correctly from the start so you can rest assured that everything is just as it should be."

    Eric Kahalelehua

  • "Positive Professionalism"

    Timmy Chun

  • “Went to Yim and Yempuku to have some legal documents done and Monica and Christina were super helpful and patient in explaining what was being done. Their office is not located downtown which is a plus, so I didn't go into the usual cold corporate office tower. Rather, in a smaller cottage setting which had a more personal touch. Not only did they have the legal documents I needed, but also gave supplemental booklets which to help communicate to family if needed. The whole process was painless and stress free.”

    Rodney Sakuma

  • "Great environment for estate planning since move from downtown Honolulu office to current location, especially the 'no hassle' parking. Very knowledgeable & easy to communicate with. Friendly & responsive supporting staff. Polity, Professionalism, Value"

    George Tanoue

  • "Attorney Yim and his staff provide all the information to make informed decisions on our worldly possessions. Professional knowledgeable accessible friendly caring staff! Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value"

    Maile Vierra

  • "Stephen has been providing legal counselling to my clients estate planning needs for over 19 years. Besides being very professional, I really like how he puts my clients at ease by making things simple and easy to understand. He is also my personal attorney and I enjoy the peace of mind knowing that my estate plan is in order. His staff is warm and friendly. Stephen's office is well recognized and respected in the community and anyone would be well served if they engaged his services. Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value"

    Evans Taylor

  • "Down to earth and listens extremely well. Entire family entrusts our Trusts with Stephen. Mahalo!"

    Keffen J.

  • " I am a businessman in Honolulu since 1984.. I dealt with many lawyers and law firms ..this firm is beyond excellent in all counts and the attitude and respect you get from everyone it is beyond great ...I am so happy and strongly recommend them to all my friends and family... Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value"

    Mohamed Ayman El-Dakhakhni

  • "Best estate plan and attorney in Honolulu! I am very impressed with the speed and competence of Stephen B. Yim. The whole staff was very friendly and professional. I cannot express how amazed I am by the amount of paperwork they complete. I was fortunate to work directly with Monica Yempuku and was impressed with the caliber and the quality of the work. Overall the whole experience was tremendously helpful and I would recommend their services to anyone who needs them."

    Diane Lierman

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